OREGON CITY -- Elder abuse will be the subject of the next Meet Your Police open house set for Sept. 22.

The open house will start at 6 p.m. at the Pioneer Community Center, 615 Fifth St. Detective Sgt. Bill Kler of the Oregon City police will present city, county and state resources available to protect vulnerable adults.

Kler said these adults, age 65 or older, often are dependent on a care taker or may live in an assisted living facility. They may be suffering from abandonment, fraud, physical abuse, neglect, medical issues and unwanted sexual contact.

Kler also will offer clues on how to spot elder abuse.

Anyone with questions can contact Kler or Chris Taylor at 503-657-4964.